Publisher looks to expand stake in competitive videogames

Electronic Arts Inc. tapped a top executive to lead a new effort aimed at expanding the company’s stake in competitive videogames, or e-sports.

The publisher of hit franchises such as “Madden NFL” and “The Sims” on Thursday said Chief Operating Officer Peter Moore will lead a new division dedicated to the fast-growing niche. He will hold on to the COO title until the end of March, EA said, declining to discuss plans for a possible successor.